VAC / NPWT Therapy
Gentle vacuum therapy that draws wounds closed and speeds healing of large diabetic ulcers, in India.
VAC / NPWT therapy for the diabetic foot in India, negative pressure wound therapy, uses a sealed foam dressing connected to a gentle vacuum pump to draw a wound closed, remove excess fluid, reduce swelling and boost blood flow, healing large or deep diabetic wounds faster. At Elegance Diabetic Foot & Ulcer Clinic (EDFC) it is applied by Dr. Ashutosh Shah (M.S., M.Ch., 22+ years) in Surat, Gujarat and Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh.
Why VAC / NPWT Therapy Helps
Large, deep or heavily draining diabetic wounds can overwhelm ordinary dressings. Negative pressure actively removes fluid and pulls the wound edges together while stimulating new tissue. The IWGDF 2023 guidelines recognise NPWT as a useful option for selected diabetic foot wounds, especially after surgery.
How VAC / NPWT Therapy Works
- A foam dressing is shaped to fit the wound and sealed with a film.
- A tube connects it to a small vacuum pump.
- Gentle, controlled suction removes fluid and reduces swelling.
- Blood flow and new tissue (granulation) are stimulated.
- The dressing is changed every few days as the wound shrinks.
Who Benefits from VAC / NPWT
- People with large, deep or heavily draining diabetic ulcers.
- Wounds left open after diabetic foot surgery or drainage.
- Wounds being prepared for skin grafting or closure.
- Those needing faster reduction of swelling and fluid.
Why Choose EDFC and Dr. Ashutosh Shah
EDFC is India’s first chain of clinics dedicated to diabetic foot care, and NPWT here is used at the right time within a complete plan. It follows thorough debridement and pairs with advanced dressings for the best result.
What to Expect
The pump is quiet and often portable, allowing you to move around during treatment. Wounds are reviewed regularly, and NPWT is continued until the wound is small and healthy enough for standard care or closure.
Book VAC / NPWT Therapy Consultation
Heal a large wound faster. Message us on WhatsApp (+91 83205 00350) or book a consultation with Dr. Shah in Surat or Vizianagaram.
This page is educational and does not replace an in-person diagnosis. Please have any large or non-healing wound assessed by a qualified specialist.